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General Operative – Recycling (part shift work)

Talent STEM Ltd

Production Operative (Shift) – Temporary to Permanent

Talent STEM are recruiting on behalf of a well-established industrial business within the recycling and materials processing sector. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Production Operative to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis.

This is a hands-on role in a busy industrial environment involving yard duties, material handling, machinery operation and forklift truck work. Applicants must hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence.

Key Responsibilities

  • General yard and processing duties
  • Material handling, sorting and preparation
  • Operating machinery and equipment following training
  • Using hand and power tools safely
  • Counterbalance FLT operation
  • Loading and unloading vehicles
  • Maintaining high housekeeping and safety standards
  • Supporting wider site operations as required

Requirements

  • Previous experience within a recycling, yard, manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (essential)
  • Experience operating machinery and/or industrial tools
  • Good level of physical fitness
  • Flexible approach to working hours and duties
  • Strong commitment to health and safety

Hours

The role combines standard Monday–Friday daytime hours with planned 12-hour day and night shifts during certain weeks. Shift schedules are provided in advance.

What's on Offer?

  • Temporary-to-permanent opportunity
  • Full training and development
  • Stable, growing business
  • Supportive team environment
  • Overtime and shift allowances to enhance earnings

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and be willing to undergo pre-employment screening.

If you are motivated, reliable, and interested in developing your skills within an industrial environment, this opportunity is for you. Apply today for consideration.

To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.

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